Mi-T-M CM-1400-1MEH Operation Manual
  1. Manuals
  2. Brands
  3. Mi-T-M Manuals
  4. Pressure Washer
  5. CM-1400-1MEH
  6. Operation manual

Mi-T-M CM-1400-1MEH Operation Manual

Cold water electrical pressure washer
Hide thumbs
Table of Contents

Advertisement

Quick Links

Download this manual
OPERATION MANUAL
COLD WATER ELECTRICAL
PRESSURE WASHER
PARTS LIST
CAUTION
RISK OF INJURY! READ ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING!
THIS MANUAL IS AN IMPORTANT PART OF THE PRESSURE
WASHER AND MUST REMAIN WITH THIS UNIT!
Copyright 2005, Mi-T-M Corporation
Form #37-0772-E/F/S-011723
©
Operator's Manual
1

Advertisement

Table of Contents
loading

Related Manuals for Mi-T-M CM-1400-1MEH

Summary of Contents for Mi-T-M CM-1400-1MEH

  • Page 1 COLD WATER ELECTRICAL PRESSURE WASHER PARTS LIST CAUTION RISK OF INJURY! READ ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING! THIS MANUAL IS AN IMPORTANT PART OF THE PRESSURE WASHER AND MUST REMAIN WITH THIS UNIT! Copyright 2005, Mi-T-M Corporation Form #37-0772-E/F/S-011723 © Operator’s Manual...
  • Page 2 Introduction THANK YOU for purchasing this product. The SERIAL NUMBER is located in the Specification or Identification Numbers section. Accurately record all the READ THIS MANUAL carefully to learn how to operate numbers to help in tracing the machine should it be stolen. and service your machine correctly.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Page Safety ................ 5 Safety Signs ............10 Controls ..............13 Preparing the Washer ..........14 Operating the Washer ..........20 Troubleshooting ............. 26 Service ..............28 Storage ..............31 Specifications ............33 Accessories ............34-35 Warranty ..............36 Notes ................
  • Page 4 Contents Operator’s Manual...

  • Page 5: Safety

    Safety RECOGNIZE SAFETY INFORMATION This is the safety alert symbol. When you see this symbol on your machine or in this manual, be alert to the potential for personal injury. Follow recommended precautions and safe operating practices. UNDERSTAND SIGNAL WORDS A signal word--DANGER, WARNING or CAUTION--is used with the safety-alert symbol.
  • Page 6 PROTECT AGAINST HIGH PRESSURE SPRAY Spray from high pressure nozzles can penetrate the skin and cause serious injury. Keep spray from contacting hands or body. If an accident does occur and the spray appears to have penetrated the skin, SEEK EMERGENCY M E D I C A L C A R E .
  • Page 7 EXTENSION CORDS Extension cords are not recommended for use on this pressure washer. If the use of an extension cord is unavoidable, it must be plugged into a GFCI found in circuit boxes or protected receptacles. Use only 3-wire extension cords that have 3-prong grounding type plugs and 3-pole cord connectors that accept the plug from the washer.
  • Page 8 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, read this operator’s manual completely. When using this product, the following basic precautions should always be followed: 1. Read all the instructions before using the product. 2. This product is equipped with a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) in the power cord to reduce the risk of electrical shock.
  • Page 9 PREPARE FOR EMERGENCIES Keep a first aid kit and fire extinguisher handy. Keep emergency numbers for doctors, ambulance service, hospital and fire department near your telephone. Be prepared if a fire starts. INSPECT HIGH PRESSURE WASHER Be sure all covers, guards and shields are in place. Locate all operating controls and safety labels.

  • Page 10: Safety Signs

    SAFETY SIGNS WARNING ADVERTENCIA RIESGO DE ELECTROCUCION. NO QUITE ESTA ETIQUETA. RISK OF ELECTROCUTION. DO NOT REMOVE THIS TAG. 1. Conecte solamente a una toma corriente que está bien fundado. No quite 1. Connect only to a properly grounded outlet. Do not la pata de conexión de la tierra.
  • Page 11 CAUTION PRECAUCION 1. To reduce the risk 1. Lea cuidadosamente of injury, read el manual del operator's manual operador antes de carefully before usar. using. 2. El revolver rociadora 2. Spray gun can kick puede retroceder back. Hold with violentemente. both hands.
  • Page 12 WARNING ADVERTISSEMENT RISQUE D' ÉLECTROCUTION NE PAS ENLEVER CETTE ÉTIQUETTE •Brancher seulement á une prise correctement mise á la terre. Ne pas enlever la broche de mise á la terre. •Vérifier le cordon avant l'utilisation. Ne pas utiliser le cordon s' il est endommage.

  • Page 13: Controls

    Controls CONTROLS A--On/Off Switch D--Water Inlet Fitting G--Detergent Hose J--Gun B--Handle E--Power Cord H--Nozzle Wand K--Discharge Hose C--High Pressure Outlet F--Ground Fault Circuit I--Gun Trigger Interrupter Operator’s Manual...

  • Page 14: Preparing The Washer

    Preparing the Washer ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS CAUTION: To avoid electrical shock, connect the washer to a properly grounded electrical receptacle. Do not use an adapter or remove third (ground) prong. Make certain the connection between the washer power cord and receptacle is kept dry. The following electrical requirements must be met: 1.
  • Page 15 Preparing the Washer INLET WATER SUPPLY REQUIREMENTS 1. Inlet water supply must be a minimum of 20 PSI (1.4 bar). Attempting to operate the washer with less than adequate water supply will cause rapid wear of packings, valves and bearings that will dramatically shorten pump life.
  • Page 16 Preparing the Washer CHECK PUMP OIL 1. Remove shipping plug and install vented plug (A) on pump. 2. Check oil in pump. With washer on level surface, the oil should be level with the center of the sight glass (B). If necessary, top with SAE30W non-detergent oil.
  • Page 17 Preparing the Washer CONNECT HOSES AND PRIME PUMP 1. Hose washer with screen (A) is already attached into end of brass hose coupler. NOTE: Conical screen in washer (A) should protrude out of coupler and into flow from inlet hose. IMPORTANT: If washer is to be connected to a well water system, use 851-0207 water inlet filter (A).
  • Page 18 Preparing the Washer 3. Open water supply. Squeeze trigger on gun. Allow water to run (with motor off) until water runs out of pressure hose. Start motor and cycle trigger on gun until “crackling” sound (air in lines) stops. Turn off water supply.
  • Page 19 Preparing the Washer T E S T I N G G R O U N D FA U LT C I R C U I T INTERRUPTER (GFCI) CAUTION: Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) MUST be tested before each use of the washer. If the results in each one of the following steps are not as described, shut washer off immediately. DO NOT operate until the washer has been inspected...

  • Page 20: Operating The Washer

    Operating the Washer STARTING MOTOR IMPORTANT: To prevent possible pump damage, do not allow washer pump to run in bypass (with gun trigger released) for longer than 3 minutes. The washer ON/OFF switch (A) is a rocker switch that includes a circuit breaker for protection against motor electrical overload.
  • Page 21 Operating the Washer CLEANING HORIZONTAL SURFACES Move nozzle wand from side to side. Direct spray at an angle to force debris ahead and away from the cleared area. 8" - 10" (20-25 cm) Depending on the material to be removed and nozzle pressure, hold nozzle end 8 to 10 inches (20 to 25 cm) from the surface and use slow, overlapping strokes.
  • Page 22 Operating the Washer REMOVING PAINT IMPORTANT: Remember that high pressure spray can gouge soft woods and other materials, as well as loosen grout. 1. Place nozzle end in high pressure position and very narrow spray pattern. 2. Direct spray at a 45° angle about 4 to 12 inches (10 to 30 cm) from surface.
  • Page 23 Operating the Washer DETERGENT USAGE GUIDE CAUTION: Use detergents carefully. Read labels thoroughly and follow all instructions for preparation, use, safety, transportation and disposal. Be prepared to tell a physician exactly what detergents you are using in the event of an emergency.
  • Page 24 Operating the Washer CLEANING WITH DETERGENTS CAUTION: Wear goggles, respirator, and protective clothing to help prevent injury from detergents and spray. IMPORTANT: DO NOT direct pressure washer spray at the washer. 1. Mix detergent as instructed by the manufacturer. 2. Be sure that water supply is adequate and turned on fully.
  • Page 25 Operating the Washer SHUTDOWN IMPORTANT: Shutdown procedures should be followed at the end of each cleaning operation. 1. If a detergent was used, place detergent inlet strainer in CLEAN water and operate trigger to spray water for a period of three minutes. This will flush the system of detergents and help prevent the detergent valve from sticking or corrosion.

  • Page 26: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Symptom Problem Solution Low Nozzle Pressure. Unit not properly primed. Prime unit. Insufficient inlet water supply. Check water supply requirements. (See Service Section.) Partially plugged water inlet screen. Clean inlet screen. (See Service Section.) Kink in water inlet hose. Remove kink.
  • Page 27 Troubleshooting Symptom Problem Solution Motor Shuts Off - GFCI Trips. Power interruption. Reset GFCI. If problem continues, contact your customer service or have electrical system checked by a qualified electrician. Electrical short in power cord or in Reset GFCI. Try again. If problem washer. persists, do not operate. Contact your customer service.

  • Page 28: Service

    Service T E S T I N G G R O U N D FA U LT C I R C U I T INTERRUPTER (GFCI) CAUTION: Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) MUST be tested before each use of the washer. If the results in each one of the following steps is not as described, shut washer off immediately. DO NOT operate until the washer has been inspected...
  • Page 29 Service CHECKING WATER PUMP OIL LEVEL IMPORTANT: If oil is white or foaming, water is in the oil reservoir. Change oil. NOTE: Water in oil occurs as a result of spray or condensation. Milky oil is not indicative of a pump malfunction.
  • Page 30 Service C L E A N I N G O R R E P L A C I N G N O Z Z L E ORIFICE CAUTION: To avoid injury from high pressure spray, nozzle wand MUST be disconnected from gun before servicing.

  • Page 31: Storage

    Storage Service STORING WASHER IMPORTANT: Protect washer from freezing tempera- tures. If unit will experience freezing conditions, pump must be filled with antifreeze to prevent cracking of pump manifold and unloader valve due to water expansion. Draining alone will not remove all the water.
  • Page 32 Storage REMOVING WASHER FROM STORAGE IMPORTANT: Before starting unit, thaw out any possible ice from wand, gun or hose. 1. Connect and open water supply. Squeeze trigger on gun. Allow water to run (without motor running) until water runs out of pressure hose. 2.

  • Page 33: Specifications

    Specifications SPECIFICATIONS ITEM SPECIFICATION Water Pump ..............1.5 GPM (6.62 L/min) 1400 PSI (96.5 Bar) (9652 kPa) at pump Electric Motor ..............120 volts, 15 amps, single phase, 60 Hertz, 1.5 HP, 1725 RPM, thermal-protected manual reset. Electrical Power Requirements ........Voltage at power supply with washer running must be greater than 108 VAC.

  • Page 34: Accessories

    Accessories HIGH PRESSURE HOSE: 851-0007 IMPORTANT: DO NOT use more than 1 extension hose. The higher restriction will cause unloader valve to function all the time. One additional pressure hose may be connected to the existing hose. This allows the operator to move around a greater distance without moving unit.
  • Page 35 Accessories ROTATING BRUSH: 50-0179 Water pressure and low act against gears to turn the brushes. When used with the detergent system, the brush scrubs the dirt away. ROTATING NOZZLE W/LANCE: 18-0369 - 1.20 mm 18-0370 - 1.25 mm 18-0371 - 1.40 mm The rotating high pressure nozzle provides a rotating 0°...

  • Page 36: Warranty

    For Service or Warranty Consideration, contact Mi-T-M Corporation, 50 Mi-T-M Drive, Peosta, IA 52068-0050 563-556-7484 / 800-553-9053 / Fax 563-556-1235 Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. CST...

  • Page 37: Notes

    Notes Guide d’utilisation...

Table of Contents